Vice President, Distribution Center Operations -- Midwest (Closed)

THE COMPANY

Our client is a distributor of OEM parts.

THE POSITION

The VP will develop the leadership team and lead the evolution of systems, automation, people and process. This person will oversee all aspects of the distribution center, including receiving; returns receiving; kitting; put away; picking; order consolidation; packing; freight packing; shipping, inter warehouse shuttling; and maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Define and deliver key metrics for DC performance in the areas of safety, quality, same-day shipping, efficiency and cost.
  • Manage the financials of the operation including capital expenditures, operational expenses and labor costs for the site. Create and oversee annual capital and operating budgets.
  • Recruit, train and develop a leadership team capable of supporting a high-tech distribution center and maintaining high levels of team member engagement.
  • Support and contribute to process improvement and optimization in an automated distribution center environment.
  • Maximize facility up-time, including planned / preventative maintenance program.
  • Collaborate with Purchasing and Transportation to ensure effective, efficient operations. Ensure sufficient operating capacity to support new customers, manufacturers and organic growth.
  • Identify, justify and implement system and automation enhancements to optimize execution and customer experience.
  • Collaborate with IT and design, prioritize and approve system changes.